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Ansc 463: Rabbit Production Question Paper

Ansc 463: Rabbit Production

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Animal Science

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
FOURTH YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE

ANSC 463: RABBIT PRODUCTION

STREAMS: BSC (ANSC) Y4S2 TIME: 2 HOURS

DAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY 14/8/2013 8.30AM – 10.30 AM

INSTRUCTIONS:

Section A: Answer all Questions (30 Marks)

Question 1

Rabbit production is one of the emerging livestock enterprises in Kenya. What are the main features of the main types of rabbit production systems? [6 marks]

Question 2

Name and give the characteristics of three breeds of rabbits which can be used to improve rabbit herds for meat production. [9 marks]

Question 3

Discuss briefly the factors to be observed when siting a rabbitry. [6 marks]

Question 4

(a) State and describe any three (3) management practices that are carried out on weaned kits. [6 marks]

(b) State why it is important to construct a good rabbit hutch. [3 marks]

Section B: Answer any Two Questions (40 Marks)

Question 5

You have been invited to a farmer’s field day as an expert on rabbit production. Elaborate the main points you would talk about on the role, potential and challenges of rabbit production as a livestock enterprise. [20 marks]

Question 6

(a) Briefly explain feeding in relation to the following groups of rabbits.

(i) Pregnant doe [5 marks]

(ii) Kits and weaners [5 marks]

(b) Discuss briefly the steps you would take to prevent the spread of diseases in a rabbitry. [8 marks]

(c) State two (2) features of a quarantine hutch. [2 marks]

Question 7

(a) State and explain four (4) reasons why breeding records are essential in a rabbitry. [8marks]

(b) Describe the breeding records that should be kept in a rabbitry. [10 marks]

(c) State any four (4) diseases that are common in rabbits [2 marks]

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Ansc 463: Rabbit Production Question Paper

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